Luke 15:25

Authorized King James Version

Now his elder son was in the field: and as he came and drew nigh to the house, he heard musick and dancing.

Word-by-Word Analysis

Ἦν

G2258

was

i (thou, etc.) was (wast or were)

δὲ

G1161

Now

but, and, etc

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

υἱὸς

G5207

son

a "son" (sometimes of animals), used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship

αὐτοῦ

G846

his

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

ὁ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

πρεσβύτερος

G4245

elder

older; as noun, a senior; specially, an israelite sanhedrist (also figuratively, member of the celestial council) or christian "presbyter"

ἐν

G1722

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

ἀγρῷ·

G68

the field

a field (as a drive for cattle); genitive case, the country; specially, a farm, i.e., hamlet

#10

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#11

ὡς

G5613

which how, i.e., in that manner (very variously used, as follows)

#12

ἐρχόμενος

G2064

he came

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#13

ἤγγισεν

G1448

and drew nigh

to make near, i.e., (reflexively) approach

#14

τῇ

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#15

οἰκίᾳ

G3614

to the house

properly, residence (abstractly), but usually (concretely) an abode (literally or figuratively); by implication, a family (especially domestics)

#16

ἤκουσεν

G191

he heard

to hear (in various senses)

#17

συμφωνίας

G4858

musick

unison of sound ("symphony"), i.e., a concert of instruments (harmonious note)

#18

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#19

χορῶν

G5525

dancing

a ring, i.e., round dance ("choir"

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Luke. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Luke Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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